Coco Gauff has arrived at Wimbledon and started preparing for her 2025 campaign at this prestigious grass-court Grand Slam. The WTA No. 2 was spotted attempting a trick shot during a practice session at SW19, but she later joked about its failure, cautioning fans not to be misled by the highlight.

Practicing at Wimbledon: The Attempted Trick Shot on Display

On June 23, the Wimbledon Championships’ official Instagram account posted a series of images from the practice courts, two of which featured Gauff. One captured her performing a jumping tweener—a challenging shot played between the legs to return lobs, often used to keep rallies alive or occasionally win points spectacularly. Despite the visual appeal, Gauff took to Instagram to reveal that her shot didn’t perform as impressively as it looked.

“Don’t be fooled this went in the bottom of the net,”

Gauff captioned the post.

— Coco Gauff, WTA No. 2

Limited Grass-Court Matches Before Wimbledon 2025

Despite the lighthearted moment, Gauff enters Wimbledon with only one competitive grass-court match played this season. After an excellent clay-court run where she reached consecutive WTA 1000 finals and won the French Open, her grass-season preparation was cut short by an unexpected loss.

Surprise Defeat in Berlin Signals Challenges on Grass

Gauff’s only grass-court match before Wimbledon took place in the second round of the Berlin Tennis Open, where she was the No. 2 seed and received a first-round bye. Facing World No. 49 Wang Xinyu, Gauff suffered a 6-3, 6-3 defeat due largely to her 25 unforced errors, including seven double faults during the match. Wang’s solid performance helped her reach the final of the WTA 500 event, where she finished runner-up to 2023 Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova.

Following the loss, Gauff expressed disappointment on social media but remained hopeful about her chances to contend for a third Grand Slam singles title at Wimbledon.

Outlook for Wimbledon 2025: A Blend of Humor and Determination

Coco Gauff’s playful admission about her trick shot reflects the pressure and unpredictability she faces as the tournament approaches. Despite her early grass-court setback, her record on clay and status as a two-time Major winner underscore her potential to make a deep run. Fans watching her journey at Wimbledon will see not only her skill but also her candid, relatable approach as she gears up for the challenges ahead.